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The First Noel
2:5
Jubilantly
1. The first Noel the angel did say
Was to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay,
In fields where they lay keeping their sheep
On a cold winter’s night that was so deep.
[Chorus]
Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel!
Born is the King of Israel!
2. They looked up and saw a star
Shining in the East beyond them far,
And to the earth it gave great light,
And so it continued both day and night.
[Chorus]
Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel!
Born is the King of Israel!
Text and music: Traditional English carol, ca. 17th century
Luke 2:8–20